Revolutionary solid surface touch
interfaces enhance driver user experience by moving core functions
from the display to easy access touch points
SAN
JOSE, Calif., May 13, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Today, UltraSense Systems, an emerging leader in
automotive semiconductor Human Machine Interface (HMI) Controllers
and HMI touch system designs, announced its TouchPoint Q Controller
is now being experienced by consumers in numerous SUV and sedan
production vehicles.
Through its collaboration with Korean tier-supplier Mobase
Electronics Co. Ltd, UltraSense TouchPoint Q Controller augments
Mobase's capacitive technology by detecting specific force patterns
and thresholds for the infotainment system in 2024 (Korea models)
and 2025 (global models) of Genesis GV80, GV70 and G80 SUV and
sedan platforms, improving the driver experience with a premium
solid surface and robust touch interface.
In partnership with BCS Automotive Interface Solutions (BCS-AIS)
in China, UltraSense TouchPoint Q
Controller was added to capacitive touch steering wheels for
several models of vehicles from FAW Group, the second largest of
the "Big Four" state-owned car manufacturers of China. Models in production with steering
wheels using UltraSense include Hongqi's EV platforms EH7, EH7
convertible and the EHS7 SUV.
UltraSense TouchPoint Q Controller was selected for its unique
piezoelectric properties over parallel plate capacitive, optical
and piezoresistive force-sensing technologies including:
- low sensitivity to temperature changes;
- immunity to mechanical stress and aging stress over time;
- true solid surface force detection without visual surface
displacement;
- supreme force sensitivity from coalesced piezo MEMS strain
sensor with ASIC MCU;
- ability for one controller to sense force for several buttons
at a time;
- more liberal design freedom;
- and wider manufacturing tolerances without multiple stages of
calibration.
"For steering wheels, we were looking for a solution that could
detect force for many buttons at the same time. UltraSense
TouchPoint Q Controller provided us a cost-effective way to use
just one controller for all buttons in the steering wheel switch
box," added Tim Zhou, R&D
Director at BCS-AIS.
"OEMs are starting to require force touch to be integrated with
capacitive touch sensing to eliminate potential false triggers due
to inadvertent touches or ambient interferences. UltraSense
TouchPoint Q Controller allowed us to quickly adopt and ramp up
production," said SM Park, Director of R&D for Mobase
Electronics.
"We are delighted with the rapid adoption of our portfolio of
UltraSense TouchPoint HMI Controllers by our esteemed tier-supplier
partners," said Mo Maghsoudnia, Founder and CEO of UltraSense
Systems. "Our goal is to continually make life easier for our
customers by providing comprehensive easy-to-integrate HMI
controllers and holistic HMI system design modules that seamlessly
integrate solid surface touch interfaces into modern vehicle
interiors and exteriors."
UltraSense Systems will be demonstrating many of its TouchPoint
HMI Controllers and HMI touch system designs at InCabin
USA 2024, May 21st to 23rd at Huntington Place in downtown
Detroit.
About UltraSense Systems Inc.
UltraSense Systems elevates the automotive touch experience with
its Human Machine Interface (HMI) Controllers and InPlane Sensing
solutions, enabling multi-mode touch sensing, backlighting, haptics
feedback to turn almost any surface into touch surface. UltraSense
offers a more intuitive and modern experience for drivers; a more
integrated, easier to manufacture and thinner solutions for
tier-suppliers; and greater design options plus recyclability and
sustainability benefits for automakers. For more information, visit
www.ultrasensesys.com.
About BCS Automotive Interface Solutions
BCS Automotive Interface Solutions specializes in crafting
innovative switch solutions for vehicle interiors, ensuring a safe
and comfortable driving experience for every driver. With a rich
heritage dating back to 1949, the company has evolved into a global
leader in automotive interface solutions with a workforce of
approximately 3,600 dedicated employees. With a global footprint in
10 countries, including 8 advanced manufacturing facilities and 13
Sales and Engineering locations, BCS stands as a reliable partner
for automotive manufacturers worldwide. For more information,
please visit www.bcs-ais.com.
About Mobase Electronics Co. Ltd.
Mobase Electronics is a leading Korean manufacturer and supplier
of automotive components and complete electronic system solutions
including body control modules (also known as BCMs and IBUs), smart
key systems as well as HMI components including mechanical
switches, power window systems and traditional ignition key sets.
Mobase Electronics has been providing high quality products to
Hyundai Kia Motor Corporation and other global auto makers for the
past 30 years with rigorous R&D and the latest cutting-edge
automotive systems' technologies. For more information, please
visit www.mobaseelectronics.com.
Press Contact
Nicole
Conley
Nicole.conley@taniscomm.com
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